The AARP Massachusetts Caregiving Resource Page

Becoming a family caregiver is easier when you're not alone and AARP Massachusetts is here to make sure you aren't.

This is our caregiving resource page. If you look above at the top of this page- you can access local family caregiver resources and also learn more about the recent tax package signed by Governor Healey. Click to learn how some the tax package's key provisions, advocated for by AARP, benefit older Massachusetts residents and caregivers.

Share your story now. As a caregiver you deliver not just medicine and meals, but love & care. No matter which loved one it is you care for- your caregiving story matters. Have your voice heard. Share your story and illuminate the way for others. Click here to tell your story.



How else is AARP Massachusetts advocating for Massachusetts Caregivers? Join the fight for family caregivers-become an advocate, or learn more about what we're doing- by clicking here.

AARP developed a family caregiver guide with you, the caregiver, in mind and as a starting point to help you find the services and support you might need throughout your journey.

To order a print copy, call the toll-free AARP Family Caregiving Resource Line at 877-333-5885 and indicate which state(s) you would like to receive. A copy will be mailed to you.

General Resources

• Supporting Family Caregivers in Your State
  
  • AARP has a website dedicated to providing you with information about how we’re advocating for caregivers in your state.

• Massachusetts Executive Office of Elder Affairs (EOEA) (617-727-7750 | 800-243-4636)
  
  • The EOEA provides information and services to older residents, people with disabilities and their loved ones. The office also maintains an elder abuse hotline open 24/7 and can connect residents to local elder service resources.
  • Elder Abuse Hotline: 800-922-2275

• Mass Options (800-243-4636)
  
  • Mass Options connects older residents, people with disabilities and their caregivers and loved ones with information and services to help meet their specified needs.

  There's more information at this AARP Massachusetts Page